M-audio MIDISPORT 8x8/s User Manual

Table of ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Features . . .

software), the click the "Next" button.11. On the next screen, Windows will indicate it has searched for the driver filesfor the "Midi

Before you can use the USB Midisport under Windows 2000, you must manuallyinstall another portion of the Midisport drivers.11.Click on the "Start

owners. Please check the Apple website at http://asu.info.apple.com forupdate information. NOTE: As of yet, only two MIDISPORTs can be configured

Applications folder, then OMS Setup. Double click on OMS Setup. 2. OMS will inform you that it has not yet been configured. Click OK.3. The Creat

4. If Windows does find one or more PnP devices, select No, the device isn’t inthe list and select Next>. (The MIDISPORT 8x8/s is not PnP on the s

6. Insert the Driver Software CD or diskette in the proper drive and click onOK. Type in (or browse until you locate) [your CD ROM driveletter]:\8x8

The “COM Port” listbox allows you to select the COM port that is connected tothe MIDISPORT 8x8/s unit. For proper operation, this setting must match t

“Search.” OMS begins Searching.6. “OMS Driver Setup” now shows the MIDISPORT (and the port to which it isattached) in a list when OMS successfully fi

To command the MIDISPORT into Interface Mode using the USB connection anddrivers:1. Power up the MIDISPORT while connected to the PC or Mac host comp

• CABLE TEST Mode. This allows you to test a MIDI cable by connecting itbetween IN-8 and OUT-8 on the MIDISPORT front panel. • SMPTE Writer. The MID

IntroductionThank you for purchasing the MIDISPORT™ 8x8/s multi-port MIDI interfacefor USB equipped PC and Macintosh computers. The MIDISPORT’s high s

PC ModeWhen PC Mode is selected, the MIDISPORT 8x8/s will function in one of twoways: either as a PC serial MIDI interface or a stand-alone MIDI patch

LED will light steadily, indicating that the MIDISPORT is now functioning as aMAC serial MIDI Interface.When MAC serial mode is selected, you may sele

Patchbay OperationThe MIDISPORT functions as a MIDI patchbay that is capable of routing and/ormerging MIDI data from any MIDI input port to any MIDI o

world. The MIDISPORT’s SMPTE write functions are available via the frontpanel controls in both MIDI Interface and stand-alone modes, whereas theSMPTE

The SMPTE Reader is capable of automatically detecting the incoming SMPTEformat. When it does, it displays the format to the "Format" LEDs

When the SMPTE reader is performing "jam sync," it will continue to runindefinitely. However, this may be aborted by pressing the "Wri

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While connected to the host computer, the MIDISPORT 8x8/s SMPTE writefunctions may be controlled by either the front panel pushbuttons or by RemoteCon

using all eight MIDISPORT input ports and the eight output ports in most up-to-date programs. The output port that you select on a specific MIDI track

Remote Control Mac InstallationTo install the MIDISPORT 8x8/s Remote Control application onto yourMacintosh, first insert the Drivers Software CD or

• Can perfectly regenerate even the worst SMPTE Time Code.• Performs "JAM" sync in all modes.Please read the installation instructions thoro

NOTE: The MIDISPORT Remote Control software loads with apreset for each of the SMPTE frame rates. These presets areappropriately named for the way in

Windows MenusFollowing are explanations of the program menu choices.File | Load ConfigRetrieve a previously saved SMPTE configuration. Several “facto

File | ExitQuit the program. If the Confirm Exit option is checked (see above) the programwill have you confirm that you want to quit before it actual

you wish to load (you may want to create a folder to store several saved settings)highlight it and then open it by clicking “Open.”File | CloseThis op

Hardware | Current StatusClicking on “Current Status” will display the OMS version that is in use, plusthe MIDISPORT’s firmware revision number. Clic

The mode LED will blink, indicating that the MIDISPORT is in Patchbay mode,not in Interface mode.Setting Patchbay ProgramsDropping down the remote con

When sending Program Change messages to the MIDISPORT’s IN8, programnumbers 01 through 08 will be accepted and will switch from Patchbay Program1 thr

serial port..Note: The PC diagnostic program may be run from either the “true”DOS prompt, or from a DOS box in Windows. It will not operate ona Mac

software that enables you to configure and control your MIDISPORT 8x8/sSMPTE functions directly from your computer, as well as the diagnostic test for

•Your computer’s serial port is configured incorrectly, is defective or disabled.There may be an infrared function available for the serial port, and

MIDISPORT outputs in the event of a stuck note or other confusion from toomuch MIDI information.4 MIDI In Indicator LEDs 1 through 8 - These LEDs will

the same IRQ. Another possibility is a driver associated with another deviceused on the same serial port is adversely affecting the IRQ. Yet one mor

to audio and video gear. Interfaces such as the MIDISPORT 8x8/s perform theessential task of reading longitudinal SMPTE from an audio and/or video tap

white (30 non-drop) and color (30 drop) video have different frame rates. Whilein Europe and all “PAL” countries, black and white and color video have

The MIDISPORT 8x8/s is capable of reading and writing SMPTE User Bitgroups U1 through U8. The values of the User Bits output during writing may beset

be set to any amount from 1 to 255 frames, or infinite. It is good practice to usethe shortest Flywheel setting that will work with the amount of drop

7. Adjust your recording level to between -10 and -5 dB. You want enough gainto make a good clean recording, but if the recording is too “hot,” time c

sure that you designate “MIDISPORT 8x8/s SMPTE In” as your sync input.In all sequencers you must set a SMPTE start time at which the sequence willstar

to external MIDI devices that do produce sound, like a MIDI synthesizer. Makesure that external MIDI device is properly set up and connected to theMI

SYMPTOM: The diagnostic program passes all tests except for the “ReceiveInterrupt” test.SOLUTION: The IRQ setting in the diagnostic program probably

If the SMPTE can be heard on neighboring tracks (i.e. there is cross-talk), then trystriping the tape at a lower level. The MIDISPORT8x8/s SMPTE wavef

15. USB Connector - used to connect the MIDISPORT to the host computer’s USBport.16. MIDI In Jacks 1 through 7 – These jacks receive MIDI input from a

Limited Lifetime WarrantyMIDIMAN warrants that this product is free of defects in materials and workmanshipunder normal use so long as the product is:

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Apple Computer USB Requirements: Your Apple must support USB with thephysical ports present. Standard iMac’s, G3’s and G4’s with USB ports will workju

2. Install the software drivers and Remote Control software (see "SoftwareInstallation"). Mac users must first install and configure OMS (

computer. Take the other end of the USB cable and plug it into the USB porton the back panel of the MIDISPORT. This male end of your USB cable ismore

To do this, go to www.midiman.net and click on the “Drivers”button. Locate the MIDISPORT 8x8/s in the list and then click oneither the PC or the Mac